Touch screens have become an essential part of modern life, enabling seamless interactions in smartphones, kiosks, and wayfinding displays. But did you know you can turn a simple touch monitor into a powerful interactive digital signage display for your business?
In this video, we’ll show you how to transform an IIyama ProLite T2252MSC touch monitor into a fully functional interactive display using a compact media player and Look digital signage software.
In this Video:
Choose Your Touch Monitor and Media Player
- For this tutorial, we use the 22-inch IIyama ProLite T2252MSC, priced at approximately $350.
- Pair it with a compact media player. In this example, we use the reliable Look HD-2214, but you can opt for other options based on Android, Windows, Linux, or Mac OS.
Connect the Media Player
- Plug the media player into the monitor’s HDMI input.
- Connect the monitor’s touch sensor via a USB port.
Access Look Content Manager
- Connect the media player to the Internet.
- Use the 6-digit code displayed on the monitor to link your screen to Look Content Manager.
Create Interactive Content
- Navigate to the Layout Section in Look Content Manager.
- Use a pre-designed template to create a scenario tailored to your business, like a mini-hotel directory.
- Customize widgets, assign content items, and adjust the design to match your brand colors.
- Add dynamic plugins like a weather widget and update its settings to reflect your branding.
Deploy the Content
- Add your newly created layout to the screen.
- Test the interactive buttons to ensure functionality.
Why Use Look DS Software for Your Interactive Display?
- Remote Management: Easily update content from anywhere.
- Custom Layouts: Leverage templates and plugins to build professional scenarios.
- Versatility: Works across a wide range of devices and operating systems.
Turn your touch monitor into an interactive display with Look DS. Sign up for a 14-day free trial or book a personal demo to explore the software's features firsthand.
